S.O.S. (Save Our Stuff)

August 2, 2012 - September 12, 2012

This unique exhibition will highlight the museum’s conservation program that raises money for works from the collection that are in need of restoration. Include in this exhibition are paintings, sculpture and decorative arts by American artists of the 19^th and 20^th centuries. Saving a painting will allow the museum to provide much needed conservation for some of its most significant works, preserving its aesthetic, historical and monetary value for the future of the museum and the public. These pieces have not been on displayed in years due to their fragile state.

More than fifteen works in need of conservation are included in this exhibition, from portraits to country landscapes to genre sculpture. Restoration experts have provided estimates for repair of each item in the exhibit with specific details for their needs. If you are interested in supporting the Mattatuck Museum’s efforts to preserve a piece of American history please visit the Munger Room and pledge to help conserve a work in need of attention. This is a unique opportunity to support the museum in its efforts to conserve and restore important pieces.

The museum will be holding an S.O.S. Luncheon on Thursday, September 6, 2012 from noon - 2:00 p.m. in conjunction with this exhibit. Join us for a conversation with Conservator Susan Holbrook of Holbrook & Hawes, LLC. Catering is provided by Signatures Restaurant.